Lot 346: Chinese Han Dynasty “Hu” Vase

Chinese Han Dynasty “Hu” Vase
Circa 2nd Century BCE – 2nd Century CE
A Chinese gray pottery hu vase with relief decoration of hunting scenes depicting mounted archers and animals, lions, monkeys, pair of taotie mask and fixed-ring handles; mottled surface with earthen encrustations. Later drilled and mounted as a table lamp with wood base
Height of vase 14 inches
Provenance: Property from a Upper East Side, New York City Apartment
Condition: Drilled for lamp conversion; surface wear, encrustations, repaired rim, loss, and accretions consistent with age and burial.

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Estimate: $500- $1000

Auction Date: October 25, 2025

Realized Price: $366